A Select Collection of Old English Plays, Volume 15

Name: A Select Collection of Old English Plays, Volume 15
Author: Robert Dodsley

By Robert Dodsley

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An edited anthology gathers seventeenth-century and earlier English plays, presented chronologically with introductions, dramatis personae, stage directions, and explanatory notes by various commentators with added annotations. The selection includes comedies of intrigue and Restoration-era dramas that explore mistaken identities, romantic entanglements, honour, and social satire; several pieces derive from or adapt Spanish originals and feature complex plots, servants' subplots, and courtroom or domestic scenes. Scholarly apparatus includes a prefatory history of the theatre, glossarial and errata indices, and editorial commentary that contextualizes authorship, editions, and performance history for readers seeking both dramatic texts and critical notes.

About the Author

Robert Dodsley

Robert Dodsley was an English poet, playwright, and publisher active in the 18th century. He is best known for his contributions to the theatrical landscape of his time, particularly through his work on 'A Select Collection of Old English Plays,' which aimed to revive interest in earlier dramatic works. Dodsley's own plays, such as 'The Toy Shop' and 'The King and the Miller of Mansfield,' reflect the comedic and social themes prevalent in the era. His efforts not only enriched English literature but also helped shape the development of the modern English stage.